David & Ellen Brown 1891 census53, Howe Street (house), Everton, Liverpool, Lancashire, England
David (38) and Ellen (38) were living with their children John (15), Catherine (13), David (11), William (9), Ann (7), Robert (3) and Richard (1). There was also a lodger, Mary King, a widow of 47.

Ernest, Richard, Robert, John, William BrownThe 5 brothers seem to be wearing flowers in their lapels. Maybe a wedding? I have estimated the photo dates from about 1910 so maybe it was at Robert's wedding in December 1910?

Lilac handkerchief WW1Found in possession of Mary Cowen (nee Brown), with another handkerchief labelled 'To my dear Mother' from Dave. This one has embroidered on it 'To my dear wife'. Richard's home was at Adelaide St (his mother's house) with his wife Ethel. Probably intended for Ethel.

David & Ellen Brown 1891 census53, Howe Street (house), Everton, Liverpool, Lancashire, England
David (38) and Ellen (38) were living with their children John (15), Catherine (13), David (11), William (9), Ann (7), Robert (3) and Richard (1). There was also a lodger, Mary King, a widow of 47.

Ellen Brown 1911 census householdEllen (58) was a widow and head of household. She lived with her children Robert (23), Richard (20), Ernest (19) and Ellen (13). Ellen had had 12 children born alive, 2 had since died. There were 5 rooms, including kitchen, in their house.